If you are looking for a way to give your entire family DIY handmade gifts for Christmas this holiday season, then you can’t go wrong with something made by your kids.
No matter how young or old your kids are, there is something on this list that they can make for a gift this holiday season. Whether you love to craft in the kitchen, paint ornaments, or craft beauty and health items, you'll find something for even your littlest crafters.
These DIY handmade gifts are easy to make, and many of them may become favorite Christmas decor piece. They're fun, and making handmade holiday gifts for Christmas may become a favorite simple holiday tradition in your home.
Even better? They're great for last-minute gift ideas, too.
Here are 20+ Super Easy DIY Handmade Gifts for Christmas 2025.
Homemade gifts are a memorable way to help your children learn a new skill.
Your children can make a number of gifts themselves, even your kindergarten crew.
DIY Handmade Gifts for Christmas
Looking for a few easy DIY Handmade Gifts for Christmas - so easy your kids can make them? Here you go!
DIY Tic Tac Toe Board
Who loves old-fashioned games? Make this simple wooden tic tac toe game with dollar store supplies for a gift your family will love.
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Make these easy DIY hand warmers with leftover flannel scraps and dried rice. An easy beginner sewing project.
Peppermint Foot Scrub
Discover how to create a refreshing peppermint foot scrub at home. A perfect DIY project for smooth, invigorated feet or a thoughtful gift.
Easy Nut Brittle Recipe
Make this sweet treat that’s delicious,, super simple to make, and a a great gift. This easy nut brittle recipe is an old-time holiday favorite.
DIY Vintage Style Christmas Ornaments
Discover how to make DIY vintage ornaments with our easy step-by-step guide. Perfect for a budget-friendly, personalized Christmas decor!
Salt Shaker Snow Globe Ornaments
These Salt Shaker Snow Globe Ornaments are a uniquely beautiful handmade Christmas ornament and holiday keepsake. This DIY picture snow globe ornament is perfect to make as a homeschool Christmas DIY project for kids.
Pressed Wildcraft Bookmark
Use foraged flowers or greens, or even reuse a bouquet of flowers to create these gorgeous pressed wildflower bookmarks.
Melted Crayon Rock Paperweights
Collect smooth rocks, then melt your crayon ends over them for these colorful paperweights even preschoolers can make!
Popsicle Stick Flower Pots
Recycle those popsicle sticks or use new craft sticks to make these little flower pots. Add some potting soil and seeds for a special DIY handmade gift idea from a child.
Unique DIY Snow Globe
Here's another simple DIY gift to try with your children. You'll need a hot glue gun and a glass jar plus some glitter and a few other odds and ends to create a unique Snow Globe Christmas gift.
Christmas Reindeer Card for Preschoolers
How cute are these handcrafted reindeer Christmas cards? Easy enough for preschoolers to make and give. Grandparents LOVE these.
Bath Bomb Recipe
This simple recipe uses items you likely already have in your kitchen. Feel free to change up the essential oils to suit the holiday!
Fingerprint Christmas Plate-
This simple Fingerprint Christmas Plate makes a lovely keepsake for anyone in your family. Older children can do most of the work themselves, but even preschoolers can get in on the fun with some adult supervision.
Salt Dough Handprint Ornament
Here's another simple handmade (literally) Christmas gift. This Salt Dough recipe is simple to make, and your child will enjoy making their handprint and painting it too!
Easy, Kid-Friendly Christmas Card Craft
Use up your extra buttons with this easy Christmas card craft for kids.
Pour Painting Flower Pot
Here's another option for crafting a custom flower pot or planter. Fingers, paint, kids - what could be more fun?
Hot Chocolate in a Jar Mix Recipe and Free Printable Tags
Show your children how to use your favorite hot cocoa mix recipe, small mason jars, ribbons, and these pretty labels to craft a thoughtful gift for friends or family!
Why Make Handmade Gifts
DIY handmade gifts for Christmas are more than just presents; they're personal expressions of care. Here's why you should consider making them.
- Customization: You can tailor each gift to the receiver's likes. A hand-knitted hat in their favorite color or a custom piece of art shows you know and value their tastes.
- One-of-a-kind: Your gift won't be something they've seen in stores. Its uniqueness makes it unique and memorable.
- Eco-friendly: By making your own presents, you reduce the environmental impact of mass-produced items. It's a greener choice. Round out your holiday gift basket with one or two other eco-friendly gift items, too.
- Emotional Value: The effort and thought you put into a handmade gift add a layer of sentimentality that store-bought items lack. This is especially true when it comes to gifts from children.
- Family Activity: Making gifts together can be fun and a great way to bond. It's a chance to teach skills to kids and make lasting memories. Make handmade Christmas gifts together, then grab your winter coats and head out for your favorite outdoor Christmas activities.
In short, handmade gifts add a personal touch to your Christmas giving. They're unique, eco-friendly, and carry a sentiment that mass-produced gifts can't match. Plus, making them can be a fun and meaningful family activity.
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